Political Affairs Officer

About the role

The Department of Peace Operations (DPO) is seeking a Political Affairs Officer to support the Office of the Under‑Secretary‑General. The incumbent will contribute to the analysis, planning and coordination of political aspects of UN peace operations worldwide.

Key responsibilities

• Participate in the formulation of political and technical strategies for field missions.
• Monitor and assess political trends and developments that may affect peace operations.
• Analyse events, prepare early‑warning reports and brief senior UN officials.
• Draft notes, background papers, talking points and speeches for the Under‑Secretary‑General and senior staff.
• Coordinate with other UN departments, agencies, international organisations and Member States on policy and operational matters.
• Serve as focal point for collection and analysis of political, policy and cross‑cutting information.
• Support administrative functions related to staffing, planning and budgeting of operations.

Required profile

• Strong background in political analysis, preferably within UN peace operations or related international settings.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with experience drafting briefing notes and reports.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse UN entities, NGOs and government representatives.
• Proven capacity to provide early‑warning assessments and strategic advice to senior leadership.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work at the centre of excellence for UN peace operations.
• Engagement with senior UN officials and international stakeholders.
• Professional development within a global, multilateral environment.